Job Purpose
BBC Studios is seeking a Senior Manager of Finance and Accounting for our Los Angeles office. This role is responsible for financial accounting management and the provision of accurate and timely financial information to support the BBC Studios (LA Productions) team. The position reports to the Senior Vice President, Finance & Accounting.
Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
- Manage continuous financial accounting for all LA Productions, including revenue recognition and production cost amortization.
- Post and review journal entries and maintain underlying financial models.
- Lead month‑end close and year‑end processes, preparing and reviewing journal entries, accruals, amortization, intercompany eliminations, consolidation, and financial statement reviews.
- Provide insightful analysis on actuals versus forecast/budget variances for each reporting period and maintain rolling forecasts and financial models.
- Review and analyze production cost reports and provide feedback.
- Prepare monthly flash and financial reports, highlighting issues or changes to forecast and producing related commentaries.
- Perform detailed review of P&L accounts, Balance Sheets, and produce written commentaries.
- Produce quarterly forecasts and annual budget templates, schedules and documents as required.
- Prepare weekly/monthly cash forecasts.
- Lead external audit, including preparing supporting schedules and checking sample support before submission to auditors.
- Provide business and financial expertise to various ad hoc projects.
- Continuously streamline processes to create more meaningful financial reporting and increase efficiency.
Knowledge, Skills, Training & Experience
- Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Accounting; CPA preferred.
- 5+ years of relevant experience in management accounting, financial planning and/or public accounting in fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environments.
- Very strong computer skills with working knowledge of SAP accounting (preferable) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); advanced Excel skills are a must.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with division management and the central accounts team at all levels.
- Ability to work independently, use own initiative, and meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
- Willingness to align work hours with UK time zones, starting early in the morning PST to overlap with UK hours.
Compensation
Annual base salary range: $120,000 to $145,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on the applicant’s qualifications, experience, skills, and location. The range does not include bonus, flexible work arrangements, or benefits.
Benefits and Perks
- 100% employer‑paid medical and dental insurance (PPO)
- Generous paid time off
- Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
- Work/life balance initiatives
- Free retirement consulting to all employees
- Pet insurance
- Commuter benefits
- Gym reimbursement
- Occasional company‑hosted social events
EEO Statement
We are committed to equality of opportunity and welcome applications from individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio‑economic background, religion and/or belief. We will consider flexible working requests for all roles, unless operational requirements prevent otherwise.